Lucha Libre Coming to Houston

Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warriors Take Wrestling Rivalry and Immigration Politics Into the Ring at the Houston Funplex Apr. 19

Wrestlers Bring Anti-Bullying Message to Houston Schools, YMCAs, April 8, 17 & 18;

Luchastars Committed to Putting an End to Growing Problem in Today's Schools

WHAT:

The Lucha Libre USA phenomenon, the immensely entertaining, fast-growing brand of wrestling born in Mexico and transplanted to the US, is enjoying burgeoning popularity, especially among the Hispanic community. In advance of each city's show on the Lucha Libre USA: Masked Warriors 2013 National "United We Stand" Tour, wrestlers visit local markets to bring their positive, anti-bullying message to kids and fans.
The Luchastars, Luchadors and Chicastars use their superstardom to convince mainly elementary school youngsters and after-school program kids that bullying is unacceptable. "Hearing the message from their heroes really drives the point home," says Alex Abrahantes, Lucha Libre USA's Vice President. "The campaign is our way of giving back to the community."
WHO:

Luchador Lizmark Jr., reigning Lucha Libre USA national champion, Mini Park, the celebrated nephew of famous Luchador LA Park, and Chicastar Veronica will be in Houston on April 8.
RJ Brewer, leader of "The Right" and recently profiled on ABC-TV's Nightline, Blue Demon, Jr., the son of legendary Luchador Blue Demon, renowned Luchastar Solar, and Lucha Libre USA's Vice President Alex Abrahantes will be in Houston on April 17 and 18.
All of the above Luchastars will be in Houston on April 19 for the main event.
The United We Stand tour line up will include a bigger roster of stars than ever, including Blue Demon, Jr., RJ Brewer, Lizmark, Jr., Marco Corleone, a former WWE star who stars on Mexico's hottest telenovela Porque el Amor Manda, "The Firewall" Jon Rekon, Stevie Richards, Psicosis, El Hijo Del Fantasma, Super Crazy, Super Nova, Pequeno Halloween, Mascara Purpura, Solar, Melina, Shane "Hurricane" Helms and many more.

WHEN:

Main Event: Sunday, April 19; Doors open 6:30pm, matches begin 7:30pm
School and YMCA Visits: April 8, 17 & 18
WHERE:

Main Event: Houston Funplex
School and YMCA Visits: TBD

WHAT ELSE:

Sponsored by Dr. Pepper, Lucha Libre USA has become well known for its interactive, fan and family-friendly spin on sports entertainment, encouraging its followers to attend events dressed up as their favorite Luchastar, awarding prizes for the best costume, loudest supporter and the most creative sign. Free preshow activities get the crowd energized and people who purchase VIP tickets have the opportunity to attend an exclusive meet and greet with the wrestlers. Additional sponsors include Mexican airline Volaris and West Coast-based electronic and appliance retailer Curacao.

The 2013 United We Stand tour line up includes a bigger roster of stars than ever, including Blue Demon Jr., RJ Brewer, Lizmark Jr., Marco Corleone, The Firewall Jon Rekon, Stevie Richards, Psicosis, El Hijo Del Fantasma, Super Crazy, Super Nova, Pequeno Halloween, Mascara Purpura, Solar, Melina, Shane “Hurricane” Helms, and many more.

Lucha Libre USA is the only company in America dedicated entirely to Mexican pro wrestling. Almost a religion in Mexico, where it rivals soccer in attendance, lucha libre (free wrestling) boasts a 75-year history of colorful, fun-for-the-whole family entertainment. With over 50 million Hispanics living in the U.S. and a huge contingent of American wrestling fans, the spirited, action-packed spectacular is literally growing by leaps and bounds. Defying gravity with highly athletic, thoroughly exhilarating moves, the 2013 United We Stand Tour brings Mexican wresting to an entirely new level.   ***Disclosure-My family will receive complimentary entrance to event.  Any and all opinions stated are my own.